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When do we need to assign
Fire Watch?
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ACTIVITIES REQUIRING FIRE WATCH (Cont’d)
 The hot work is carried out on or near combustible
coatings or sandwich-type construction that cannot
be shielded, cut back or removed or in a space within
a sandwich type construction that cannot be inerted
 Combustible materials adjacent to the opposite
sides of bulkheads, decks, overhead, metal
partitions or sandwich-type construction may be
ignited by conduction or radiation
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TRAINING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this training, participants should be able to:
 Describe activities requiring Fire Watch
 Understand responsibilities of Fire Watch
p
 Explain basic fire p p , classification,, and
principle,
methods of extinguishment
 Recognize & eliminate potential fire hazards
 Inspect and utilize the proper fire extinguishers and
extinguishing agents (method of use)
 Activate alarm / warning sign in the event of
emergency
 Understand suitable PPE for Fire Watch
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ACTIVITIES REQUIRING FIRE WATCH
Fire Watch to be stationed during Hot Work when:
 Slag, weld splatters or sparks might come in contact
with combustible material and/or might pass through
an opening and cause fire
 Fire-resistant guards or curtains are not used to
prevent ignition of combustible materials on or near
decks, bulkheads, partitions or overheads
 Combustible material closer than 35 ft. (10.7m) to the
hot work in either the horizontal or vertical direction
cannot be removed, protected with flame-proof
covers, or otherwise shielded with metal or fire-
resistant guards or curtains
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ACTIVITIES REQUIRING FIRE WATCH (Cont’d)
 The hot work is close enough to cause ignition
through heat radiation or conduction on the following:
1. Insulated pipes, bulkheads, decks, partitions or
overheads
2. Combustible materials and/ or coating
3. The work is close enough to unprotected
combustible pipe or cable runs to cause ignition
 As specified in the PTW (Permit to Work)
All Hot Works on Platform, FPSO and Below Deck
of Vessel/Barge shall require “Fire Watch”!
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What is the definition of “Hot What are the Duties and

Work”? Responsibilities of Fire
Hot Work is defined as any job which may
Watch?
introduce source of ignition such as use of
flame, application of heat, riveting, welding,
flame cutting, or any other fire or spark
producing operations.

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FIRE WATCH RESPONSIBILITIES FIRE WATCH RESPONSIBILITIES (Cont’d)

Fire Watch shall have the following Duties &  Review and understand the conditions set out in
Responsibilities: approved PTW.
 Attend the relevant meeting i.e. pre-shift tool box
 He must not perform any other duties apart from meeting, PTW Review, and JSA Discussion
being Fire Watch while the hot work is in progress
 Are authorized to stop work if
 Have a clear view of the work area and have access to
necessary and restore safe
all “dead-ends” of the work area included in the fire watch
(area covered by Permit To Work (PTW)) conditions within the hot work
 Are able to communicate with workers exposed to hot
area & authorized to stop
work “unauthorized personnel” from
entering the hot work area

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FIRE WATCH RESPONSIBILITIES (Cont’d) FIRE WATCH RESPONSIBILITIES (Cont’d)

 Inspect fire extinguishers, water hose reel and ensure
they are in good condition and ready for use at any time
 Assist the workers to prepare the hot work area such as
installation of fire blanket, removal of flammable material,
etc
t completion of the hot work, unless the Supervisor
 Continuously monitor the work area for potential fire
hazards and take the necessary action to prevent fire or
explosion e.g. by stopping hot work or removing
combustible material
 Attempt to extinguish any fires in the hot work area using
the provided fire fighting equipment e.g. portable fire
extinguisher or water hose reel
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 Alert employees of any fire beyond the incipient stage
 If unable to extinguish fire in the areas exposed to the hot
work, activate the alarm
 Remain in the hot work area for at least 30 minutes after
(Welder/Fitter Foreman) confirmed that the exposed area
is safe and does not pose any further fire hazard
 Ensure fire fighting equipment will not block any
access/egress and return them to their dedicated storage
after use
 Know your “escape route & means of escape”
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IDENTIFICATION Basic Fire Principle and Method of Extinguishment
Pre-requisite Training Requirement
All participants attending this training shall have completed and in possession of
“Valid” Basic Fire Fighting Training Certificate

For some hot work activity i.e. hot work on a live

platform, the Fire Watch shall be IDENTIFIABLE

 Will be wearing a “vest”

 “Fire Watch” shall be stamped on his “vest”
(whenever possible)
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BASIC ELEMENT OF FIRE CLASSIFICATION OF FIRE
Class A fires - involve ordinary combustible materials like
paper, wood and fabrics, rubber.

Class B fires - involve flammable liquids (like gasoline, oils,

greases, tars, paints etc) and flammable gases.

Class C fires - involve live electrical equipment like motors,

generators and other appliances.

Class D fires - involve combustible metals such as magnesium,

sodium, lithium potassium etc.

Class K fires - involve combustible cooking media (vegetable,

FIRE TETRAHEDRON animal oils or fats).
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HEAT TRANSFER METHOD OF FIRE EXTINGUISHMENT
CONDUCTION : the transfer of heat through a solid –
as an example, a pan on an electric burner is heated Removing the HEAT
by direct contact with the hot burner

CONVECTION : transfer of heat through a circulating Removing the FUEL

fluid or gas (such as air), as an example, the hot coils
of a heater will warm the air that contacts it causing
the air to rise and circulate and then heating (or Removing the OXYGEN
warming) other objects in the room

RADIATION : transfer of heat without direct contact or Interrupt the CHAIN REACTION
heating a fluid or air between the objects

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METHOD OF FIRE EXTINGUISHMENT TYPE OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
Class A fires >> Water, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam

WET DRY
Class B fires >> Dry chemicals and carbon dioxide - Water - DRY POWDER
- Foam - CO2

WATER

POWDER
Class C fires >> Non-conductive extinguishing agents such
as dry chemicals or carbon dioxide

FOAM

CO2
Class D fires >> Sodium carbonate, graphite,
bicarbonate, sodium chloride, and salt-based chemicals

Class K fires >> Class K Fire Extinguishers.

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SOME CONSTRUCTION OF FIRE

POWDER
WHY Fire Extinguisher Failed?
EXTINGUISHERS

WATER

CO2
2

FOAM
TYPE not suitable

SIZE not suitable No pressure

CO2

N2 Not functioning
Caked powder
Incorrect placement
•Not available
User
•Un-skilled
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PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER
Foam extinguishers are
ideal for putting out
oil fires.
This type are not to be
used on electrical
fires.
PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER
Dry Powder & Carbon
Dioxide (CO2)
Extinguishers can bee
used on all types of
fire but does not
contain any cooling
properties.

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HOW to inspect Fire Extinguisher? FIRE (WATER) HOSE REEL
• Not corroded
Cylinder • Current hydro-test Fire hose boxes
are situated
Handle • Good condition
around the
• Good condition
Nozzle • Not blocked y and are
facility
• Sufficient Pressure available for all
Pressure • Safety pin seal intact to use in case of
• Good condition fire. They can be
Cartridge • Seal intact
• In place
used in lieu of
Inspection Tag • Current date Fire Extinguisher
for Fire Watch

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FIRE BLANKET What is on the other side?
Fire Blankets come on rolls
Always be aware of
like these and are readily what you are welding
available. Use these blankets or burning on check
to cover sensitive areas or to see that nothing
equipment
i t during
d i hot
h t works.
k flammable is on the
other side, it could
be a fuel or gas
Notice how the fire watcher tank.
has covered these electric
cables with a fire blanket to If you are in any
prevent them from being doubt, stop the job
damages by hot slag. and investigate
further.
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What is on the other side? What is below you?
When welding / hot works
It is very important at height, be aware of
that you watch for hot slag / sparks falling
conducted heat that can to lower positions, cover
cause fires to break out up work site with fire
in
i adjacent
dj t blankets to prevent this
compartments. as much as possible .

In many cases you will Note the cable trays in

have to have two fire this picture have been
watchers to ensure a covered up to prevent
safe operation. damage and the watchman
is alert and ready with
his equipment if needed.

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Barricade & Warning Sign?
Give a thought to
others that use the
facility and keep them
out of harms.
Housekeeping?
Poor housekeeping will
lead to fires. Prevent
this by proactive
thinking.

When it is necessary
barrier off the area
and post signs in dual
language to warn people
of the dangers.
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Remove all combustible
items before you start
work & keep HIGH
Standard Housekeeping
at all time.
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PRESSURIZED HABITAT WELDING /FIRE SCREEN
 Pressurized HABITAT is used to allow  Welding / Fire Screen may be used to contain the
(isolate) hot works in areas with sparks / slag during Class B hot works
fire/explosion hazards i.e. live platform
 Can be made of Fire Blanket / Tarpaulin / Fire
 Some characteristics:
retardant material
 Pressurized (positive pressure)
 Automatic shutdown system due to detection
of flammable gas
 Alarm activate due to less pressure
 Explosion proof equipment (ATEX Zone 1)
 Fire retardant material
 Trained Technician is available

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As Fire Watcher, what are your While working on a live platform as a Fire Watcher:
actions in case of EMERGENCY?
When the Emergency Alarm onboard the
Some Emergency Scenarios: platform and/or when the Gas Detector
I j
Injury to
t personnell (Non-Fire)
(N Fi ) involved
i l d in
i hot
h t Alarm is activated,
activated WARN the personnel
works doing the hot works to STOP the activities,
SECURE the work area, and then PROCEED
Fire involving the hot works being watched
to Assembly Area!
Other emergency not related to the hot
works being watched

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Raising the ALARM? WHEN can you leave your post as
Fire Watcher?
Do not leave the hot work

1 • Verbal site until 30 minutes

after the work has
fi i h d even if you need
finished d
a coffee break.
2 • Radio
If you want to leave

3 • General Alarm before the 30 minutes then

you must have a relief to
take over from you. No
exceptions

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What PPE to be worn by Fire What PPE to be worn by Fire
Watcher? Watcher?
The welder is
Minimum As Required grinding welds,
you will notice
the fire watcher
• Head Protection • Face Protection
is wearing full
• Eyes Protection • Hearing Protection
• Respiratory Protection face protection
• Hand Protection • Leather Apron / Sleeve and other suitable
• Foot Protection • Full Body Harness PPE.
• Coverall • Floatation Device

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If you see that the job is

considered NOT safe, please STOP
and discuss it with the personnel
involved,
involved the supervisor,
supervisor and if
required, the HSSE Personnel.

The job will not resume until all

controls are put in place!!!
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